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Scene changing for Port Washington visitors Savor a cozy retreat now; plan ahead for summer Visit Port Washington on Lake Michigan, just north of Milwaukee Experience wonderful dining; unique shops. Lakeview lodging; off-season specials. Great hiking and birding. Bring your camera for the dramatic photo opportunities! 1-800-719-4881 or VisitPortWashington.com Find us on Facebook Find us on Facebook 18 LOCATED NORTH of Milwaukee on the Lake Michigan shoreline, Port Washington has always offered a picturesque taste of New England. A stroll through downtown Port Washington reveals a thriving charter fishing industry, first class marina, historic buildings and a variety of dining options.Visitors returning to Port Washington will notice a renewed Franklin Street, with new sidewalks and year-round planters. There are new shopping options, including charming boutiques and art galleries. Duluth Trading Company, a Wisconsin-based company, selected the former Smith Bros. restaurant site for their second location. The expansive store opened in 2012 and is a regional draw for fans of the company���s apparel. But there are additional signs of revitalization. Developers are renovating several buildings into complexes that will combine apartment and/or condos with commercial space. Two other downtown buildings are being restored into the Port Washington Historical Society���s offices and a museum. The museum, which will include a focus on maritime history, is slated to open in fall 2013. A new park along the harbor at the south end of downtown will take advantage of Port Washington���s lake views. The park will spring from the coal-barge piers that once served the WE Energies power plant. The plant now uses natural gas turbines.